Have you or a loved one started holding your phone farther away just to read the text? Or found it harder to focus on small print, especially after a long day of screen time?

These are often the first signs of presbyopia (also known as “Lao Hua Yan”) — a natural shift in our near vision that happens as we age. While many people associate it with turning 40, recent studies show that changes in near vision can begin as early as your mid-30s.

With more of our daily lives spent on screens — whether it’s replying to emails, sitting through Zoom meetings, or scrolling endlessly on social media — our eyes are under more strain than ever. Experts believe that this increase in digital eye fatigue may be speeding up the onset of presbyopia in today’s generation.

In Singapore, where people are living longer and staying digitally connected well into their senior years,keeping your eyes in check is more than just a good idea — it’s essential. Yet many people don’t realise how early presbyopia can begin, or what options exist to manage it comfortably.

That’s why we’re inviting you to our upcoming Presbyopia Awareness Talk — a session designed to shed light on this condition in a simple, accessible way. Whether you’re in your 30s and just starting to notice changes, in your 50s and already wearing reading glasses, or helping a parent or grandparent navigate vision changes, this talk is for you.

Sign up for our Talk on Presbyopia: Understanding the Changes in Your Vision as we Age

• What presbyopia really is and why it happens
• How to recognise the signs — early and late
• What you can do to maintain clear, comfortable near vision

Take this opportunity to get the facts, ask questions, and empower yourself (or your family) to make informed decisions about eye health.

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